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Flower Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge

“Love is flower like; Friendship is like a sheltering tree.” quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
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“Love is flower like; Friendship is like a sheltering tree.”

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Friend and the Tree", 1798

Love is delicate and fleeting like a flower; friendship is sturdy and protective like a tree.

In simple terms: Love is fragile, friendship is strong.

Key Takeaway

Value lasting friendships.

Themes

love friendship nature

Mood

warm contemplative

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • long‑term friendships
  • team building
  • family ties

Key Concepts

beauty stability support

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you nurture both love and friendship?
  • Which metaphor resonates more with your life?
A Different Perspective

Romantic love can also provide deep support.

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